A dining room with large grid windows, wooden tables, set glassware, and city views at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe.

River Room at Swan, Shakespeare's Globe

Dining Room in a Historic Building
·
Semi-private area
21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT –
Mansion House Station (0.3 mi)
Up to 35
seats
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The elegant River Room has spectacular views of the River Thames, St. Paul's Cathedral and the London skyline. Situated within the main restaurant, this exclusive space allows guests to enjoy an intimate setting while still being part of the vibrant energy around them. Ideal for standing parties, private afternoon teas, or product launches, the River Room provides personalised service and exquisite cuisine, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

With the added touch of our in-house sommelier to recommend the perfect wine pairings, this unique space offers a truly memorable dining experience in one of London’s most celebrated restaurants.

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 17:00
from £500 min. spend
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:30. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

Capacity

Dining
up to 35

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
European cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 0:30 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: PA system / speakers
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Space has noise restriction after 23:00
Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

We require all DJs and musicians to connect through our PA system in both the Underglobe and the Balcony Room.
Drums of any sort are not allowed in the Balcony Room.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(84 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
DD
Diana D.
Verified review
Party · 30 guests · November 2025
We recently celebrated my husband’s birthday at this venue, and overall it was a lovely experience. The staff on the day were incredibly friendly and helpful, which really made us feel welcome. The location is excellent, very convenient for guests travelling from different areas and the views from the terrace are beautiful, creating a special and memorable atmosphere. In summary, it’s a great venue with fantastic staff and a wonderful setting, but with some improvements in communication, food presentation, and drink service, it could be truly outstanding.
There are a few areas that could be improved. The sales team’s communication needs attention, as we received proposals with outdated prices and inconsistent menus during the planning process. While the food tasted nice, the portions were quite small and the presentation felt underwhelming. Additionally, the wine package seemed limited or perhaps the service was too slow, as our guests frequently had to request drinks during the meal.
3.9

About Swan, Shakespeare's Globe

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Location

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